Historical Made Slightly Modern
It was time to renew the fire place in the kitchen again.
A wood-burning stove creates a cozy atmosphere and serves as a functional cooking tool, allowing for everything from slow-simmered stews to freshly baked bread. However, it’s not always the most practical option, as it requires regular maintenance, a steady supply of wood, and proper ventilation. That said, its functionality should by no means be dismissed as it also heats the house. Other heating methods may be more convenient for everyday use, but the stove’s unique benefits remain valuable.
Work done by:
Lustig / Barros
Year
2025
The earlier restoration of this authentic features is beautiful. However when you ten years later look under the hood some work had to be done.
In an old house, most of the ceilings and walls have a wooden construction. While the area immediately around the chimney is not wooden, the surrounding structures are. These must be fireproofed. The heat from the fireplace also affects paint and other materials applied to improve its heat resistance.
First, cover and heat-protect the wooden ceiling inside the hood. This also prevents the now flaky paint from falling onto the cooker, as prolonged high temperatures cause it to deteriorate. The protective plates must be made of a material that can withstand heat without losing integrity, for example, standard plasterboards will gradually degrade.
Here used a non-combustible building board that also withstands moisture from cooking.